Operation Manual

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 Use the white handles to change the shape and size of the line.
 Hold down <SHIFT> to keep the line straight as you draw a vertical, horizontal, or diagonal line.
Set the Transparency Level
Transparency is the ability to see through the line. The graphic below shows a sample of effects that can be achieved
by controlling the transparency level.
1. Click a line on the canvas to give it focus.
2. Select Styles group > Effects > Transparency > Select the transparency level or click Custom to enter a
specific percentage.
Add, Remove, or Customize the Line Shadow
Click a line on the canvas to give it focus.
 To add a shadow, select Styles group > Effects > Shadow > Select the shadow effect using the icons.
 To remove a shadow, select Styles group > Effects > Shadow > No Shadow icon.
 To add a custom shadow, select Styles group > Effects > Shadow > Click More Shadows. Use the options in
the Drop Shadow task pane to create a custom look. Click OK.
Add a Custom Line to the Quick Styles Gallery
The Quick Styles Gallery is used to save custom lines so they can be reused.
1. Click a line on the canvas to give it focus.
2. Right-click the line.
3. From the popup menu, click Add to Quick Styles. The line is now available in the Quick Styles Gallery.
Antialiasing for Smooth Lines
Antialiasing is a technique used to make lines appear smooth. Without antialiasing being applied, object edges will
appear jagged. The antialiasing option is turned to “on” for all of Editor’s vector-based tools.
To turn antialiasing on or off:
1. Click an arrow on the canvas to give it focus.
2. Select Styles group > Effects > Antialias.